Employee Engagement
ADI helps leaders build genuine engagement by aligning workforce behavior with strategic goals, diagnosing engagement drivers, and creating systems that support discretionary effort, commitment, and stronger retention.
ADI helps organizations strengthen employee engagement through behavioral science, leadership coaching, surveys, and culture-focused consulting. With over 45 years of experience, the team identifies what drives discretionary effort, removes barriers to performance, and equips leaders with practical systems that improve retention, collaboration, and long-term business results.

Science-based consulting, assessments, training, and culture solutions designed to improve engagement and organizational performance.
ADI helps leaders build genuine engagement by aligning workforce behavior with strategic goals, diagnosing engagement drivers, and creating systems that support discretionary effort, commitment, and stronger retention.
Leadership development programs give managers practical behavior-based tools to improve coaching, feedback, accountability, and communication so they can create more engaged, high-performing teams.
Science-based workplace surveys give employees a voice, uncover engagement barriers, and provide leaders with actionable feedback that can be translated into targeted coaching and improvement plans.
Behavioral assessments analyze people, systems, and processes to identify what is helping or hindering engagement, performance, and alignment across the organization.
Organizational culture consulting helps companies reshape the behaviors, systems, and reinforcements that influence engagement, making culture improvement practical, measurable, and sustainable.
Interactive workshops teach leaders and teams how behavior works in the workplace, helping them improve motivation, collaboration, and day-to-day performance with immediately usable tools.
Employee engagement consulting from ADI goes beyond surveys and surface-level morale initiatives. The team uses behavioral science to identify what truly drives effort, commitment, and performance, then helps leaders build systems, coaching habits, and accountability practices that support lasting engagement. The result is a stronger culture, better retention, and measurable improvement in how people contribute every day.

See how organizations use ADI's behavioral approach to improve engagement, leadership, and performance.
ADI brings a proven, science-based approach to improving engagement and organizational performance.
Over 45 years applying behavioral science to improve engagement, leadership, and business performance.
Methods are grounded in behavior analysis research, not generic motivation theories or one-size-fits-all programs.
Surveys and assessments translate findings into coaching plans leaders can apply immediately.
ADI aligns systems, processes, and leadership behaviors to support long-term engagement improvement.
Experienced behavioral experts guiding measurable workplace improvement.
Founder
Dr. Aubrey C. Daniels is the founder of Aubrey Daniels International (ADI), a globally recognized leader in applying the science of behavior to business performance for over 45 years. He is widely credited with introducing the phrase "Performance Management" to describe how organizations can motivate employees to enthusiastically deliver results. Grounded in his deep expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis, Dr. Daniels built ADI on the principle that understanding behavior and identifying what truly reinforces people unlocks exceptional performance. He is the author of several bestselling management classics, including Bringing Out the Best in People and Performance Management, and has transformed organizational cultures across diverse industries worldwide. His work continues to shape how leaders think about sustainable, behavior-based performance improvement.
Senior Vice President
Judy Agnew serves as Senior Vice President at Aubrey Daniels International, where she applies her extensive expertise in behavioral science to help organizations achieve measurable, lasting performance improvements. A dynamic and compelling speaker, Judy has the rare ability to energize and inspire audiences of all sizes, delivering presentations that challenge conventional thinking and motivate meaningful change. She is the co-author of Safe by Accident, a resource that brings behavioral science principles to workplace safety. As an expert presenter and advisor, Judy works with leaders across diverse industries to translate the science of behavior into practical strategies that enhance employee performance, strengthen organizational culture, and drive sustainable business results.

President and Chief Executive Officer
Tom Spencer joined Aubrey Daniels International in 2000, initially serving as Director of Strategy Integration and Chief Operating Officer. For more than 36 years, Tom has provided consulting services in areas such as instructional and performance systems, behavioral process design and improvement, leadership development, and strategy integration and implementation. Tom's approach to consulting is pragmatic and grounded in the science of behavior, creating positive change in management practices, organizational systems, and critical business results. Tom earned a doctorate in psychology (behavior analysis) from West Virginia University and a master's degree in applied behavior analysis from Northeastern University.

Senior Vice President of Consulting Services
David Uhl is a results-driven leader who helps clients in aerospace, energy, mining, manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and customer care maximize the Discretionary Effort of their employees. With more than 34 years of experience, David is a seasoned executive coach, change leader and master facilitator who is adept at applying behavioral science technology to accelerate and sustain organizational change and performance improvement. David is a frequent conference presenter, invited to deliver sessions that address leadership and organizational challenges, particularly those that relate to high-hazard environments or the rapid execution of organizational change.

Vice President
Specializing in performance and systems analysis and the development of behavior-based implementation strategies, Bart Sevin helps clients create long-term organizational change. As a highly trained and experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Bart helps organizations examine systems, processes, and people strategies to ensure that their motivational initiatives are aligned to promote business success and drive their desired outcomes. Bart works with clients from a variety of business sectors, including Manufacturing, Energy, Banking, Heavy Construction, Automotive Financial Services, and Insurance. Bart received his Ph.D. and M.S. in behavioral psychology from Auburn University.
An employee engagement consultant helps organizations improve how committed, motivated, and connected employees feel at work. ADI approaches this through behavioral science, identifying the leadership habits, systems, and workplace conditions that influence discretionary effort. The goal is not just higher morale, but measurable improvements in retention, collaboration, accountability, and overall business performance.
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Longstanding expertise in behavior-based consulting.
Recognized for practical performance improvement.
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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 678-904-6140. You can also send us a quick email at info@aubreydaniels.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 678-904-6140. You can also send us a quick email at info@aubreydaniels.com.